Qatar, along with the rest of the world, will celebrate World Health Day on Tuesday, April 7, commemorating the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. Since its establishment, serving as the leading and coordinating authority on health within the United Nations system, it has led global health efforts, shaped research agendas, set standards, provided technical support to countries, and monitored and assessed health trends.

This year's World Health Day comes as the State of Qatar has made significant strides in the healthcare sector. Under the leadership of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the sector has received strong support, enabling it to develop robust foundations and world-class infrastructure. The country now boasts a network of 26 hospitals across public, semi-governmental, and private sectors, in addition to approximately 60,000 healthcare professionals, including nurses and other healthcare practitioners.

Qatar’s recent healthcare advancements have also gained international recognition, with five hospitals ranked among the world’s top 250 academic medical centers, including two within the top 100. This reflects the sector’s commitment to integrating patient care with medical research and education to deliver optimal outcomes and patient experiences